20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Effortlessly elegant Dries Van Noten dress from the mid 1990's. Crafted from a richly textured black brocade that catches the light with subtle nuance. Minimalist front features a cr...

A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...

Amazing vintage Bernard Perris copper/brown pleated dress with belt loops and tiered skirt. Partially lined with front button closure, rear zip, hook and snap closure with zip closur...

Double breasted silk jacquard cocktail dress. Fabric belt and elastic waist. Pocket on both side. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front + on the cuffs. Gather along the s...

Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture Goddess Evening Gown Assuming Fall Winter 1997 Collection The most stunning Thierry Mugler evening gown. Vibrant red made of gorgeous glowing Si...

Versace ATELIER Runway Black Beaded Gown S/S 1999 Collection Italian Size 38 - US 4 Actual Runway sample worn by Carmen Kaas Color: Black Retail back in 1999 was $57,600 Meas...

This vibrant 1960's evening dress, in the most eye-catching shade of rose pink velvet, is the perfect statement piece for your evening wardrobe. The high rounded neckline is accent...

Very vintage lace and embroidered sheer ecru long dress with short sleeves. Great condition with no tears, no pulls and no holes. This dress would make a lovely wedding dress. Thi...

Sharp, seductive, and unapologetically commanding - this Thierry Mugler masterpiece from the Hiver Buick Collection FW 1989/90 is a dream of architectural tailoring and kinetic drama...

Thierry Mugler never simply designed clothes - he sculpted fantasies, built armor for the bold, and turned fashion into a force of transformation. His Fall/Winter 1988/89 Les Inferna...

This late 1920s or early 1930s slip dress exudes glamour. The woven black and gold lace lame is known as cobweb lame and is highly prized from this period. The dress follows an elong...

Stunning black knit chenille dress designed by Azzedine Alaia, exactly as seen on the fall 1989 runway. . French size XS. Best fits a US 2-4. Approximate measurements (unstretched):...

A pretty vintage evening gown , in pink with shades of gold. The dress has an attractive v backlline with a central back zip. It is sleaveless and fully lined. Measurements: Bust up ...

Oh! Jackie proudly presents a sophisticated c. 1990s ODICINI COUTURE little black dress. Such a beautiful design with unique and lovely details! As not everyone might be familiar with the designer behind this very successful Italian couture label, following some words about Andrea Odicini: "The Genoese couturier is of incredible refinement and one of the most important ambassadors of haute couture. Witty, elegant, reserved, and at times elusive, Andrea Odicini is one of the leading figures in Italian high fashion. Uninterested in the spotlight often demanded by his profession, Odicini has earned recognition among an exclusive international clientele. It was in Paris that Andrea Odicini began his career, which later flourished in New York, London, and Monte Carlo. Some still recall how, in 1978, his dresses displayed in the windows of Bergdorf Goodman sold out within hours. Present on the haute couture calendar for many years, he eventually chose to withdraw from the public stage and remain in his hometown of Genoa, where his atelier is still located in a historic building in the city center. Those who seek one of his creations must visit him personally, as do the elegant ladies from Milan to Monte Carlo, Paris to Portofino, who trust his talent. Among them are notable figures, including the Princess of Kent and the Duchess of Marlborough." – From the book "Andrea Odicini" by Rizzoli At first sight this is a classic and elegant Odicini Couture dress tailored to couture standards from a high-quality structured black fabric with a subtle sheen. Cut simply, it ends just below the knee and features a round neck and cap sleeves with small shoulder pads. But, what makes it exceptional and outstanding is the wide row of black raffia fringes that highlights the hem and gives the dress just the perfect amount of weight, depth and movement. So when you move, it creates that typical rustling raffia sound. I love, that hidden between the plain raffia ribbons some with small black fabric flowers decorated ones are placed here and there. They catch your eye and add that certain-something effect. The dress is lined throughout with a fine black silk and closes with a back hidden set zipper. Tagged an Italian vintage size 46. Excellent vintage condition. Appears unworn. Shoulders: 40 cm – 15.75" (seam to seam) Bust: 100 cm – 39.37" Waist: 90 cm – 35.43" Hips: 100 cm – 39.37" Length: 100 cm – 39.37" (including raffia) / 79 cm – 31.10" (without raffia) Measurements are taken flat across from side seam to side seam and then DOUBLED for bust, waist and hips. Approximate Modern Size: M/L Reference photos: Model presenting an Odicini Couture little black dress on the runway / Super model Gail Elliott in a A/W 1988/89 Odicini Couture evening dress on the cover of Elegance Paris...

Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Bustier Metallic Bodycon Midi Dress IT 42 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT

Sensational vintage 1980s NINA RICCI Couture for NEIMAN MARCUS polka dot Avant Garde silk taffeta sleeveless evening gown! Features a black and whit...

Channel your innner Studio 54 in this black fully fringed flapper style disco dress ! Features allover fringe that looks fantastic with movement-- would look phenomenal on the dance ...

Charming Oscar de la Renta Poppy Print Halter dress in synthetic knit with large floral border. 1970s USA. Size 12 vintage/6-8 Contemporary. W...

Vintage Moschino black cotton dress totally made in italy in size 46

Glamorous Fabrice Cocktail Dress in navy silk taffeta with lavishly decorated jet beadwork, sequins, trim and lace. Heavily ruched silk taffeta built over a corset base with a flared...

Chic vintage navy blue and white hand painted flirty spaghetti strap midi dress! Features a flattering ruched bodice and a forgiving full skirt. Layer...

Jacqueline de Ribes, a French Socialite designed elegant clothing in Paris from 1982 to until 1995. She is a woman of exquisite taste and a patron of the Haute Couture houses who wa...

Ftastic 1970s LORI TILL white, pink, and ivory lightweight cotton and lace maxi dress! Features a luxurious soft textured white cotton with ivory lace down t...

An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...

From Ralph Lauren's Fall/Winter 1996 collection, this black bodycon evening gown features a high neckline and a dramatic backless design with crisscrossing straps. A version of this ...

A beautiful black silk dress from Halston. It has a plunging neckline, cape sleeves and wraps at the front waist. The skirt portion is straight gathering onto a waistband which hooks...

Raspberry velvet vintage 1980's sleeveless dress with flared skirt from Stephen Sprouse's 'Sprouse' line. Cut low at back. Back zip and hook and eye closure. 100% rayon. Fully lined...

Gorgeous vintage silk chiffon dress by Mam'selle with a beaded brocade bodice. Fully lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a...

A gorgeous 2 piece fine silk knit lace top and skirt set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua. It consists of a hip length sleeveless top with sheer side panels adorned with colorful intricate ...

Incredible Spring / Summer 1997 Slip dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Crafted from a nude, skin-tone fabric, giving an almost lingerie effect. Features fully adjustable shoulder straps, con...

Chic vintage Oscar de la Renta MISS O kaleidoscope / Ikat tropical print silk midi dress! Features a flattering tailored bodice, with a loose fitting forgiving ...

Gianni Versace Couture, Catwalk 1996 Maxi cow print dress with black and grey print and medusa rhinestone buttons on the straps. The item is in excellent condition.

An elegant aubergine colour gown by Maska Luxe .The dress is in a ribbed wool/silk mix fabric, and has a scoop neckline at the front and back. The dress is fully lined and has a 23''...

This luxurious ensemble is crafted from lush lime-green velvet and adorned with shimmering clear sequins that catch the light like fragments of broken glass. The maxi dress features ...

Burgundy satin and tulle evening gown with cut-work. Biais. Tulle edge on the neckline and armpit. SIZE L

Product Details: Holly Harp - 1970s Vintage - Floor Length Dress / Gown - Front Bust Wrap + Waist Tie Detailing - Back Shoulder Strap Draped Detailing - Fully Lined Era: 1970s Vin...

Stunning vintage JUDITH ANN navy blue and grey / nude lining evening gown and lightweight jacket! Both pieces feature iridescent hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Dress has a n...

Stunning vintage VICKY TIEL COUTURE rich navy blue strapless gown / maxi dress ! Features flattering ruched detail at the bust, with a free flowing...

A rare example of 50’s Egyptian haute couture, at the time Egypt was a constitutional monarchy, this feminine “Miss Egypt” dress is crafted in a flowery ta...

Stunning vintage 60s ISABELL GERHART of Houston sherbet / coral pink colored chiffon beaded sleeveless evening gown! Fitted beaded bodice, with layers...

This exceptional vintage slip dress by Future Ozbek is a rare and highly collectible piece that encapsulates the sultry glamour of late 1990s and early 2000s fashion. Known for its m...

This stunning silk dress from Chanel’s Fall/Winter 1993 collection seen on Nadja Auermann channels a romantic, Grecian allure in a rich eggplant purple tone. Crafted with delicate dr...

A beautiful black and white silk dress from Vicky Tiel's Couture collection. It has a ruched sweetheart neckline, a scoop back, and puff sh...

High-end British fashion house Bellville Sassoon was founded in 1953 by Belinda Bellville. Designer David Sassoon joined the company in 1958 and in 1970 ...

Beautiful 1970s HALSTON silk jersey slinky dress ! The perfect champagne / buttercream / soft yellow color is great for any time of year. Simply sl...

Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Silk Crepe and Net Edwardian Ensemble from the late 1970's. The ensemble is composed of a floor length gown and overskirt. Both are of nude silk crepe and net with Schiffli lace trim. When worn together, they appear to one piece but they are actually 2. The dress has a net yoke with lace trim, exaggerated puff sleeves and tiny pin tucks down the front. The silk crepe ends above the knee and there, is attached to a full circular sweep of netting with lace trim. The overskirt is of same nude silk crepe and the same netting and it ends at exactly at the same level as the dress so there are 2 layers below the waist when worn. There is again that deep net border so a very full semi sheer flounce is created below the knee. The skirt is has pin tucks along the hips to reinforce the matching pin tucks on the dress bodice. There are a series of elegant covered buttons on each side with long ties which form self bows. Lagerfeld references historical dress in this innocent yet sexy 1970's gown. Edwardian overtones are evident with the pin ticks, puff sleeves and net inserts. Also referenced is the Weiner Werkstatte in the dramatic cut and detailing. Many of these wonderful delicate dressmaker details, he incorporates as well into his work for Chanel, a decade later. A very special gown...

This antique wedding dress dates back to the mid or later part of the 1930s. Tailored from what appears to be a silk jacquard which slowly reveals intricately woven, painterly botan...

This 1970s mousseline cotton dress has many of the hallmarks of traditional Mexican wedding design. It is tailored to a breezy ankle length, A-line sil...

Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...

Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...

A true beauty to behold. This original 1950's duchess satin dress, rendered in a soft shade of sweet pink and accented by the most divine pleat wor...

Sexy 1990s NWT deadstock GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE black silk scrappy bondage style silk body on dress ! Features rose gold metal Medusa heads at each strap. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Fully lined. The perfect timeless little black dress. Brand new with original store tags still attached. In great unworn condition Made in Italy Marked Size 40 / US 4 Measurements: 32 inch bust...

1980s Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Shocking Pink Silk Matelassé Strapless Pouf Dress: A great early example of the Lacroix classic cocktail dress in a vivid pink textured woven s...

No one did cashmere or beading quite like HALSTON! This chic 1970s HALSTON ensemble consists of a long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere...

Amazing 1970s RONALD KOLODZIE navy blue, orange and green long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a tropical Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of neon orange, green, peach and light p...

A fabulous detailed red dress from master designer Thierry Mugler. It has a blouson bodice with long cuffed sleeves and a standup collar both beautiful...

This striking evening dress by Hannalore of London combines fairy tale glamour with a late 1960s to early 1970s silhouette. Tailored from bubble-gum pink chiffon, it has a full, swi...

I really love the simplicity and cut of this 1960s Robert Dorland dress. The unusual sequin and beaded arrangement which runs along the neckline and ski...